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Apparently something about the cat spoiled the book for a member of Children's Book club - I'm curious whether the book is good if the reader can get past that bit...

Ok, it's basically a three-star book, pretty simplistic and not subtle. Sensitive readers might be unduly bothered that the cat dies but it's just another point to the themes.

I did like how there's no HEA nor are all the loose ends tied up. There's real hope, but everyone still has a lot of challenges to face and wisdom to gain.

I will look for more by the author. ( )